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“Margin Call”
by Will and Leanna
What actually happened at the large investment banks during the early stages of the financial crisis? Writer and director J.C. Chandor presents a possible scenario in his debut film, “Margin Call.” The film details the activities of upper management in an unnamed financial institution as they realize that their prize investment option is about to crash and burn. Its star studded cast includes Kevin Spacey, Paul Bettany, Jeremy Irons, Zachary Quinto, Demi Moore, and Stanley Tucci. “Margin Call” has won multiple awards including Best First Film from the New York Critics Circle, Best Original Screenplay from the San Diego Film Critics Society, and Best Debut Director from the National Board of Review. The film is rated R for language.
The cast makes this movie highly appealing, and they deliver first-rate performances, as expected. The film is interesting from the beginning. The story builds gradually with a calm sort of tension. While it’s worth watching, the film is also disappointing in some ways. First, the dialogue is too vague. The characters obviously know what they’re talking about, but the exact nature of their firm’s financial breakdown is unclear and a bit confusing to the audience for a good portion of the movie. Also, lovers of the suspense genre will want more from this film. From the first scenes, viewers may be looking for a conspiracy or a “bad guy.” While certain characters obviously make choices that negatively affect countless people, the film is more realistic than sensational in explaining the events of the financial crisis. Filmmakers succeed in capturing the human element of the situation, primarily through conveying the conscience and emotions of a few key characters. Perhaps this is the lingering message of the movie.
2.5 popcorn kernels
Santa’s Gift Shop
The second annual Santa’s Gift Shop will take place from 8:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 3rd, in the Scout Cabin at the Salisbury City Park. Stop by to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
Vendors attending:
- Jewelry:
She’s Everything Jewelry – Leanna Thomson - DVDs and video games:
Reel Deals - Skin care and tanning gift baskets:
Reel Deals - Jams and jellies:
Roosterville Country Creations – Sheryl Stephens - Handbags and bows:
Ruth Ann’s Purses – Ruth Ann Washam - Home fragrance:
Scentsy – Regina Baer - Cosmetics:
Avon – Katie Boeger - Pecans and pecan snacks:
Grand Valley Farms – Paula Burkhart - Baby quilts and animal “rag” quilts:
Amy Perkins - Baked goods, aprons, and floral items:
Retha McGee - Handmade chic baby items:
Whitney Shipp
Download our event flyer:
Santa’s Gift Shop Flyer 2011
Customer Appreciation Day
We truly appreciate each and every one of our customers!
To show you how much we value your support, we’re having a customer appreciation day on Saturday, November 26th! We are open from noon to 9 PM. Come see us to take advantage of great specials and discounts.
We’ll also have some unique holiday gifts available for purchase (tanning gift baskets, jewelry sets, etc.).
All specials are valid on Saturday, November 26th, only.
MOVIE SPECIALS:
- $1.00 new release movie rental! Limit 1 per account.
- Free regular release movie rental! Limit 1 per account.
TANNING SPECIALS:
- Tan free in the bed of your choice. No appointment required!
- Buy 25 points, get 5 free ($5.00 value)!
- Buy 50 points, get 10 free ($10.00 value)!
- Buy 100 points, get 20 free ($20.00 value)!
- 20% discount on all tanning skin care products! 40% discount on select bottles! Not valid with any other offer.
VIDEO GAME SPECIALS:
- Half price game rentals! This includes new and regular release XBox 360, PS3, and Wii games! One, three, and five day rentals are all included. No limit!
- $10.00 discount on our unlimited game rental package (30 days for just $19.99 instead of the usual $29.99).
SALE STOCK SPECIALS:
- 25% discount on all DVDs and video games for sale.
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Reel Deals Customer Appreciation Day 2011
New Releases: November, 2011
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November Movie Releases
November Game Releases
Santa’s Gift Shop Vendor Applications
We are now accepting applications for vendor booths at the second annual Santa’s Gift Shop! You may download the application, or pick up a paper copy in our store. Event details are included on the application.
Download the application here:
Santa’s Gift Shop Vendor Application
“Limitless”
by Will and Leanna
What would you do if you had a pill that would allow you to become rich and powerful with a superhuman memory, but came with a risk of severe health issues and even a chance of death? That is the question that Eddie Morra faces in “Limitless,” a film based on the novel, “The Dark Fields,” by Alan Glynn. It is directed by Neil Burger and stars Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro, and Abby Cornish. It is rated PG-13 for thematic material involving a drug scene, violence including disturbing images, sexuality, and language.
Eddie Morra’s life has fallen apart. An aspiring writer with no motivation, he has become something of a bum. Then one day he runs into Vernon, his ex-brother-in-law, who offers him a revolutionary new drug that is guaranteed to help him finish his book. Vernon says the pill helps people tap into the 80% of their brains that is usually inaccessible. With nothing to lose, Eddie takes the pill and is amazed at the results. Suddenly he is able to focus on everything around him and absorb information into his memory at an incredible rate. He is finally able to write, and after a few hours, he has a sizable manuscript to turn in to his publisher. Unfortunately, when he wakes up the next morning, all the effects of the drug are gone. Eddie goes to get more of the pills, but finds that Vernon has been murdered and someone has trashed the apartment, presumably searching for the drugs. Eddie discovers Vernon’s stash and takes the supply for himself. He continues using the drugs and finds himself on the front page of the newspapers when he makes a small fortune in a matter of days by trading stocks. This catches the eye of prominent Wall Street investors, and Eddie is offered lucrative positions. Everything is going great for him, when suddenly he blacks out for 18 hours. He calls some of Vernon’s other clients to see if they have had side effects from the pills and finds that all of them are either severely ill or deceased. Eddie must choose between his new found life of power and the potentially fatal health risks that accompany it, or going back to his old mediocre, inadequate life.
The concept behind “Limitless” is highly intriguing. A different type of “psychological” thriller, it’s sure to keep viewers entertained as Eddie works his way into numerous dangerous predicaments and then brilliantly reasons his way out of them. It’s a roller coaster ride for the audience, who can certainly relate to Eddie’s desire to make more out of his life. Fun, fast-paced, but still intellectually stimulating, “Limitless” is a great choice for a wide variety of movie fans.
3 popcorn kernels
